Description

2-(Propan-2-Yloxy)Acetonitrile is a versatile organic nitrile compound, CAS NO 84847-42-7, valued for its role as a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its structure, featuring an ether-linked isopropoxy group adjacent to the reactive nitrile functionality, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules. This chemical is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring ether and nitrile motifs for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its molecular framework is incorporated into target compounds.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and metal complexation.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the creation of specialty monomers and polymers, contributing to materials with specific thermal or chemical resistance properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reaction pathways and constructing heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Propan-2-Yloxy)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	84847-42-7
Molecular Formula	C5H9NO
Molecular Weight	99.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Isopropoxyacetonitrile; (Isopropoxy)acetonitrile; 2-Isopropoxyacetonitrile; Acetonitrile, (1-methylethoxy)-; α-Isopropoxyacetonitrile; 2-(Isopropyloxy)acetonitrile; 1-Isopropoxy-2-cyanoethane; Propan-2-yloxyacetonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Propan-2-Yloxy)Acetonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.3980 - 1.4020
Density (g/mL, 20°C)	0.890 - 0.910

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.